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Is Doctor Consultation Required After Multiple Bites From Spider?
I have more than 20 bites on my legs after doing yard work. They may be from spiders. The size of the bites and the intensity of the pain and itching has increased over the last two days. I don t know when my last tetanus shot was. Do I need to see a doctor?
Wed, 30 Jul 2014
When u feel that your itching and pain has increased in the last two days then it is YES, you need to consult a doctor.. And if you are unsure about your last tetanus shot it is better you have it once now, nothing harm in it..
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Hi,
Thanks for writing your query.
After reading your post, I would suggest that you should get yourself clinically examined by your doctor.
An insect bite can lead to release of histamine and can cause an allergic reaction.
You should take an antihistamine like Fexofenadine 180 mg for few days after consulting your doctor.
I hope this is helpful to you.
Thanks.
Thanks for writing your query.
After reading your post, I would suggest that you should get yourself clinically examined by your doctor.
An insect bite can lead to release of histamine and can cause an allergic reaction.
You should take an antihistamine like Fexofenadine 180 mg for few days after consulting your doctor.
I hope this is helpful to you.
Thanks.
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